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Challenging adventure mountain bike trip 8 DAYS

the Saghro Mountains, and the Oases. A challenging and adventurous mountain bike trip. During this trip you ride through the “Gardens of the Atlas”, the Valley of the Birds, the M’Gounvallei, the Valley of the Roses, the Valley of Dates (the fruit), and the massive volcanic Djbel Saghro. With the exception of a few short sections we are on unpaved roads. ”Challenging adventure mountain bike trip 8 DAYS” Almost every day you’ve the choice between a short and a long tour.

Itinariry

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival and meeting at the airport in Marrakech, followed by transfer to a 3 star hotel (including dinner and breakfast).

Days 2: Transfer to Telouet and the start of our bike adventure

Early in the morning we depart in a minibus or Land rover heading south. At the breathtaking Tizi-n-Tichka pass we turn left towards Telouet. Here our mountain bike adventure starts. A track takes us south through an amazing landscape of colors, traditional villages and green oases. The track ends at the famous ksar Ait Benhaddou where we load our bikes on the vehicles for a transfer to Ouarzazate. (long tour: 80 km, 50 miles and 853 mtr, 2800 feet pos. short tour: 35 km, 22 miles)

Days 3: From the Rose Valley to the Talouite Valley

We depart for an incomparable adventure! A transfer takes us to Kelaa Mgouna, known for it’s annual rose festival. Our route takes us over a desert plateau toward the first pass of the High Atlas. A long climb brings us to the Talouite pass, from which we have a marvelous view over the Valley of the Birds. The landscape here is breathtaking because of the contrast between the red soil and the green of the oasis. Next we descend into the still untouched Talouite Valley, with its pristine landscape. Lunch is on the bank of the river. After lunch we cross the river and follow the splendid valley of El Hot with its traditional Kasbahs (Berber castle) Lodging with local residents. (short tour: 35 km, 22 miles and 600 metres, 2000 feet pos. long tour: 42 km, 40 miles and 922 metres, 3024 feet pos.)

Days 4: From the Dades Gorge to the Saghro mountains

We follow the splendid Dades Gorge until the city Boumalne Dades. The long tour will cross the MGoun River and will climb some passes. After the climb at Boumalne Dades, we have a nice view over the oases. We continue and cross over a large desert plateau. Perhaps we come across a group of nomads with their herds. We arrive in a small village at the feet of the Saghro Mountains. Lodging with a local resident. (short tour: 40 km, 25 miles and 400 metres, 1300 feet pos. long tour: 55 km, 35 miles and 1000 metres, 3300 feet)

Days 5: To the canyons of Afourar via Tazazarte

We ride into the volcanic Saghro Mountains, and climb to the Tazazarte Pass (2500 mtr /7490 feet). Lunch is in the pass, with a fantastic view. In the afternoon we have a long descent. We set up camp as we enter the canyons opposite the impressive rock formation Bab n’ Ali. Lodging in tents. (40 km, 25 miles and 800 metres, 2600 feet pos (Afterwards possibility to walk to the cascades of Iminougoulize. 1 hour)

Days 6: To Nkob via Bab n’Ali

We leave the unpaved road and follow a single track (mule path) through a scenic landscape. Now the route becomes even more challenging. The support vehicle is not present during this part of the trip. We travel further to the impressive rock of Bab n’ Ali, and on to the arid Amguis Valley. Lunch in Nkob. Here it is possible to organize an evening to enjoy local folklore. After lunch we can add about 48 km / 30 miles by climbing two passes. During this part we visit some rock drawings Lodging with a local resident. (short tour: 37 km, 23 miles and 600 metres, 1968 feet pos long tour: 83 km, 52 miles and 1068 metres, 3504 feet pos)

Days 7: After N’Kob transfer to Marrakech

After breakfast we load the bikes on the vehicles and drive to the splendid Draa Valley. We unload the bikes here and we ride the last short stage on our mountain bikes through one of the most beautiful valleys of Morocco with a succession of traditional villages lying in green oases. ( 30 km / 20 miles) After lunch we drive to Marrakech via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass where we check into a 3 star hotel.

Days 8: Transfer to the airport

Transfer from the hotel to the airport.

We stayed for a night in the mountains at this place. Rachid was very friendly to us and cooked us a nice dinner. Both the surroundings and the people at this house are very nice.

schnalbert6/20/2017

Allthough he came 1 hour late, Rachid was the best guide we could imagine. The ride started with a climb. One chain of the 7 bikes broke during the climb but soon another bike was brought. A flat tyre couldn't spoil the good humour. Rachid...More

Hendrik V6/25/2019

We had a amazing experience with Atlas Mountain Bike and our perfect guide Rachid!! Rachid know all about Mt.Toubkal, Rachid help all way to summit, he seems know about all people needs, he can read your mind, and solved all problems. Very faithful guide,a man...More

Marija B4/17/2019

Had a great day in the mountains. Picked up at hotel, taxi to imlil, where we collected our bikes before heading up for the pass. Was a tough climb but well worth it for the views and going down again!! Lovely lunch provided in the...More

Mark N5/27/2019

I spent three days with Rachid and couldn't be happier with my experience in the Atlas Mountains. He got me safely to the summit of Mount Toubkal and we spent a further two days mountain biking and treking in the Atlas. He is a true...More

rabbiehaggis10/04/2017

I had an amazing time in Toubkal. Rachid was my guide during that adventure. He has lot of experience. He helped me find a bood pace so I can save my energy during the climb. He's also a great companion, I had a lot of...More

Choubi Z3/18/2018

Just a couple of days before arriving to Imlil I realised that a guide is obligatory. I found this company online. The guide, Mr. Rachid. had arrived punctually and we set off. With a smile on his face and a great sense of humour we've...More

Wojciech N3/31/2019

We just came back with a couple of friends after a trekking of 8 days around the Atlas with Rachid and 2 muleteers. It was an amazing trip!!! Obviously the place is really beautiful but the way we have been cared it was the best!...More

Mariona B10/13/2017

As a solo traveler, I booked a last minute customized day of mountain biking in the Atlas Mountains. The biking was challenging on many of the climbs, but we took it slow (is there any other way?!) and were rewarded with breathtaking views and scenery...More

simplyraw10/04/2017

Atlas Mountain Bike gives you the possibility to live the way Berbers live. You’ll appreciate small things after this amazing journey. Rachid Azdour is a nice and competent guide and Omar an excellent cook and a cool driver! Azdour Rashid always cycled with us, he...More

Mountain Bike Adventure In Atlas (imilchil) 8 days

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